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University of Rochester
IUOE Plant Operator, 1st Class
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What they do
A Power Distributor or Plant Operator operates equipment to controls and monitor the flow of electricity from power plants.
$52,656 / year median in South Carolina
+1% projected growth
Job Description
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Job Location (Full Address): 390 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14620
Electric driven centrifugal pumps for heater water supply.
Condensate and vacuum pumps.
Auxiliary steam turbines. Air compressors as applied to pneumatic controls. Electrically operated lorry (1200 to 1500 lbs. capacity).Reducing valves for controlling steam flow to feed water heater to the Steam Distribution Systems. Hydraulic stoker drive coal handling equipment. Outside air supply dampers. Fluid couplings and oil coolers on induced draft fans.
Emergency generators and related switchgear. II- Chilled Water Plant Equipment.e.g. 1500 ton carrier centrifugal refrigeration machine with 1400 H.P. turbine drive. 4500 ton carrier centrifugal refrigeration machine with 4800 H.P. Terry Turbine drive. Chilled water circulating pump (37 1/2 to 100 H.P.-3000 to 6750 gallons per minute capacity). Refrigerant Receiver, Transfer pump.
Electrically-Driven Water Pumps (125 H.P. and 350 H.P.)
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular Time Type:
Full timeScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Department:
100450Sustainability & Energy Svcs Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)Range:
UR IUOE 037 H
Compensation Range:
$33.21 - $43.11 The referenced pay range represents the first and last step pay rates for this job, as set forth in the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Individual pay will be set in accordance with terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.Responsibilities:
Requires all around knowledge, experience and skill over and above that set forth in the job description for the basic job, or jobs, involved. Performs duties as set forth in the basic job description in addition to acting in the capacity of "instructor", "trouble shooter", "specialist", or similar categories. Usually is responsible to the Department Supervisor for the quantity and quality of the work of others in the group. An element of leadership is necessary for effective guidance of others, but not to the extent usually associated with the jobs ofSUPERVISORY
level. Hiring, disciplining, promoting and firing are not contemplated within the scope of this classification. He or she may participate and assist in performance ratings of other employees in the group.POSITION SUMMARY
With considerable latitude for independent judgment and action, is responsible for instruction and direction of the Stationary Boiler Firemen on a shift and for efficient operation and safety of all related equipment to insure adequate steam supply required to meet the demands of the River Campus and Medical Center complex; and for the operation and safety of the chilled water plant and pumping station to satisfy requirements of the connected areas.SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION RECEIVED
Boiler Room Foreman.SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED
Firemen.MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED
I- High Pressure Boilers and Related Equipment.e.g. 150,000 P.P.H. B. and W. with spreader stoker and mechanically driven chain grates; 60,000 P.P.H. Combustion Engineering Boiler with manually op. grates.100,000 P.P.H. B.and W. with jet ignition stoker, and automatic mechanically driven chain grates. Bailey Automatic Boiler controls. Boiler feed water pumps (1 Electric and 3 Turbine Driven).Heavy duty fans. (Forced draft, induced draft, and over-fire air fans.)Electric hydraulic pumps used as motive power for stokers, grates etc.Electric driven centrifugal pumps for heater water supply.
Condensate and vacuum pumps.
Auxiliary steam turbines. Air compressors as applied to pneumatic controls. Electrically operated lorry (1200 to 1500 lbs. capacity).Reducing valves for controlling steam flow to feed water heater to the Steam Distribution Systems. Hydraulic stoker drive coal handling equipment. Outside air supply dampers. Fluid couplings and oil coolers on induced draft fans.
Emergency generators and related switchgear. II- Chilled Water Plant Equipment.e.g. 1500 ton carrier centrifugal refrigeration machine with 1400 H.P. turbine drive. 4500 ton carrier centrifugal refrigeration machine with 4800 H.P. Terry Turbine drive. Chilled water circulating pump (37 1/2 to 100 H.P.-3000 to 6750 gallons per minute capacity). Refrigerant Receiver, Transfer pump.
Auxiliary equipment such as:
condensate pumps, condensate and cooling water pumps; air ejector condensers, pneumatic unit controls. Terry Turbine Driven- Chilled Water Circulating Pump (342 H.P.-13,500 G.P.M.)III- Pumping Station Equipment:
e.g. Air compressor for pneumatically operated condensing water discharge valves. Chlorinator and related controls etc. Mechanical River Water Screens.Electrically-Driven Water Pumps (125 H.P. and 350 H.P.)